The Ahafo Regional Health Directorate has announced that all three individuals who tested positive for the Monkeypox (Mpox) virus in the region have fully recovered, bringing relief to residents concerned about a potential outbreak.

Addressing a stakeholders’ meeting in Hwidiem, the Regional Health Director, Dr. Akosua Owusu-Sarpong, said the cases were detected in the Asunafo North and Asunafo South districts.

She praised health personnel for their prompt response and effective case management, which ensured the patients made a full recovery.

Dr. Owusu-Sarpong assured the public that there is no need for panic, emphasizing that comprehensive contact tracing had been carried out to prevent further spread within affected communities.

However, she urged residents to stay alert and seek medical care immediately if they experience symptoms such as rashes, fever, sore throat, headache, back pain, fatigue, muscle aches, or swollen lymph nodes.

“Early reporting saves lives. Anyone who notices these symptoms should promptly visit the nearest health facility,” she advised.